July 2015
Molavi Abdolhamid's Protest Against the Destruction of Sunni Prayer House in Tehran
Molavi Abdolhamid, the Sunni Friday prayer leader of Zahedan, protested the demolition of a Sunni prayer house in Tehran, stating it exacerbates divisions and hurts…
Speaker of Parliament: They Say Ahmadinejad's Dog is More Honorable than Larijani
The Speaker of the Iranian Parliament, Ali Larijani, responded to criticism from Mehdi Kouchakzadeh, who claimed that the Parliament is sidelined from nuclear negotiations due…
Sadegh Larijani: The Nuclear Agreement is the Result of the Country's Capabilities
Sadegh Larijani, head of Iran's judiciary, defended the nuclear agreement, stating it reflects Iran's capabilities despite criticisms claiming it offers no benefits. He emphasized the…
UK Foreign Office Changes Travel Advisory for Iran
The UK Foreign Office has revised its travel advisory for Iran, allowing non-essential travel to most areas, citing reduced risks for British citizens. This change…
Inflation for Urban Households Reached 14.1% in July
The Statistical Center of Iran reported a decrease in inflation rates for urban households in July, with average inflation at 14.1% and point-to-point inflation at…
How Important is Human Rights These Days?
The article discusses the alarming rise in executions in Iran, with a report indicating 700 executions in six months. Civil activists express concerns over the…
Rouhani and Hollande Agree to Expand Iran-France Relations
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani and French President Francois Hollande have agreed to enhance bilateral relations, particularly in the wake of the Vienna nuclear agreement. This…
Ayatollah Khamenei's Policy in the Post-Agreement Era
Ayatollah Khamenei reaffirmed that Iran's policy towards the U.S. will remain unchanged despite the nuclear agreement, expressing concerns about potential divisions within Iran and the…
Nuclear Agreement and Civil Rights
Iranian citizens celebrated the nuclear agreement while demanding civil rights, a promise made by President Hassan Rouhani. Activists argue that Rouhani has failed to deliver…
Hassan Rouhani: Iranian Negotiators Achieved More Than Just Nuclear Deal
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani announced that negotiations have led to the lifting of aviation sanctions beyond just nuclear sanctions. Minister Abbas Akhoundi confirmed that Iran…
The Screening of the Film 'Resurrection' Delayed Again
The screening of the film 'Resurrection' has been delayed again due to the need for approval from religious authorities. This film, which depicts the events…
Khamenei: The Government Should Block the Path of 'Violation' by the Other Party in the Nuclear Agreement
Ayatollah Khamenei emphasized the importance of vigilance in the implementation of the nuclear agreement reached with world powers, expressing gratitude to the Iranian negotiating team…
Aram Hasami: The Political Discourse in Iran Has Changed
Aram Hasami discusses the shift in Iran's political discourse from Ahmadinejad's leftist approach to a more pragmatic stance under Rouhani and Zarif, emphasizing the people's…
After the Agreement
Hana Kavyani reports from Vienna on the recent agreement between Iran and world powers, highlighting various reactions and implications. Key figures like Obama and Rouhani…
The Role of Rouhani and the Iranian Negotiating Team in Achieving the Agreement
The article discusses the contributions of President Hassan Rouhani and his negotiating team, including Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, in achieving the nuclear agreement. Their…
Iran in the Post-Sanction Era
Iran's President Hassan Rouhani prepares for a post-sanction era, emphasizing the need to clarify Iran's views at upcoming international summits. Political and economic pressures are…
Khamenei: Some Were Wronged in the Scholarship Issue
Ayatollah Khamenei addressed the controversy surrounding illegal scholarships granted during Ahmadinejad's presidency, stating that some individuals were wronged and criticized the media's handling of the…
Management Organization: 19 Years of Projects Left Over from the Previous Government
Alireza Saleh from the National Management Organization reported that the number of unfinished projects from Ahmadinejad's administration has surged, requiring 19 years for completion. The…
Human Rights Organization Calls for Punishment of Iranian Officials for Preventing Women's Attendance at Stadiums
Human Rights Watch has called for the punishment of Iranian officials for preventing women from attending men's volleyball matches. This comes as the Iranian Volleyball…
Anomalies in Iran's Labor Market
Fereydoun Khavand discusses the mixed signals in Iran's unemployment statistics, highlighting a slight decrease in the official rate but a significant underreporting of unemployment when…
Rouhani's Advisor Calls for Banks to Sell Assets
Akbar Turkan, an advisor to President Rouhani, has urged banks to sell their assets to boost production and liquidity in Iran's economy, as a significant…
Unemployment Rate for 2014 Announced: 10.6 Percent
The Statistical Center of Iran reported an unemployment rate of 10.6% for 2014, with significant disparities between genders and urban/rural areas. Despite a reported economic…
Guardian Council Rejects Provincial Election Bill
The Guardian Council has rejected a provincial election bill proposed by the Islamic Consultative Assembly, citing multiple flaws and inconsistencies with Islamic law. This decision…
Opposition of Religious Authorities to Women's Presence in Stadiums; Interview with Mohammad Javad Akbarin
The article discusses the ongoing debate in Iran regarding women's access to sports stadiums, highlighting the opposition from religious authorities and recent protests against a…